Woman Walks Ahead

Woman Walks Ahead

2018 · 103 min · EN · R · 6.7 (158 votes)
Dir. Susanna White · Starring Jessica Chastain, Michael Greyeyes, Sam Rockwell, Ciarán Hinds, Chaske Spencer, Bill Camp · Music George Fenton

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DramaHistoryWestern

Based on a true story, this riveting western follows a headstrong New York widow as she journeys west to meet Sioux chief Sitting Bull, facing off with an army officer intent on war with Native Americans.

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A quiet, earnest drama that feels like a respectful, if somewhat dry, history lesson. It’s a visually pleasant period piece about bridging divides, though it lacks true emotional punch.

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